fall 2015 application - South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association

FALL 2015 APPLICATION
SCADA Scholarship for
Automotive Excellence
The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) and its Board
of Directors are pleased to award
scholarships to deserving students
pursuing an education and career in
automotive technology.
Guidelines for Application
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Applicant must be a resident of South Carolina with plans to attend
a college or technical school in the fall of 2015.
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Applicant should be seeking enrollment in an Automotive Technology degree program.
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Applicant must correctly complete all enclosed forms and return to
SCADA postmarked no later than the deadline of April 30, 2015.
Please note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to insure that
their current and official transcripts and recommendation forms are
received by the SCADA office by the deadline date.
Recipients enrolling in degree programs at community colleges, technical colleges or four year colleges and
universities will be eligible to receive
awards up to $5,000.
Applicants must satisfy the criteria
listed under the scholarship guidelines
for application and provide all requested information by the application
deadline.
The selection process is heavily
weighted to those students who show
a passion and excitement for their education and a career in the automotive
industry.
Directions for Completion
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Type or print clearly
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Complete the attached student background sheets
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One recommendation form must be received from an instructor,
mentor, manager or guidance counselor who can speak to your
strengths and weaknesses and potential for academic success
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Enclose official high school transcripts
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Complete the attached material submission sheet
South Carolina
Automobile Dealers Association
Applications must be completed and
submitted with supporting materials
by April 30, 2015
Submissions should be mailed to:
SCADA
Attn: Kristen Christie
526 Hampton Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Formed in 1937, the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association is
the only statewide lobbying force in SC dedicated to the economic and
political interests of the owners of automobiles and the Dealers of new
cars and trucks. Our primary purpose has always been to make it as
easy as possible for Dealers and their customers to buy, sell and maintain automobiles. Our Members are new retail car and truck dealers
who hold factory franchises and are located in the state of South Carolina. www.scada.org
If you have any questions or would like
to request additional information,
please contact Kristen Christie at
[email protected] | 803.252.0205
FALL 2015
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Student Background 1 of 2
Student Information
Full Name:
________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth:
_____/_____/_____
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip:
________________________________________________________________
County:
________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:
________________________________________________________________
Email Address:
________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________________ Phone Number: _________________
Application:
 First Time Applicant
 Second Time Applicant
 Recipient Reapplying
High School Information
Name of High School:
___________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip:
________________________________________________________________
High School Contact:
_____________________________ Title: _________________________
Phone Number:
___________________________________________________________
Date of Graduation:
___________________________________________________________
Current Year of Study:
 High School Senior
 High School Graduate
College Information
Name of College/School you will attend:
___________________________________________
Location (City/State):
___________________________________________
Date of Entrance:
___________________________________________
Credits Per Semester:
_______ Expected Date of Graduation: ___________
 Full Time
 Part Time
 Evenings
Major(s) / Field(s) of Study:
___________________________________________
Have you applied?
 Yes
 Not Yet
Have you been accepted?
 Yes
 Not Yet
Post Secondary School Contact:
_____________________________________
Phone Number or Email Address:
_____________________________________
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Student Background 2 of 2
Academic Achievement
Current GPA:
__________ 4.0 Scale
ACT Score
__________*
:
SAT Score: __________*
*if applicable
Extra-Curricular Activities
Please list any organizations, clubs, community service, sports, or other extra curricular activities you have been a part of and
note any awards, recognitions, honors, or achievements associated with each.
Name of Activity / Organization
Year Began
Year Ended
Notable Achievements
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Employment
Current Place of Employment:
___________________________________________
Supervisor Name:
___________________________________________
Supervisor Phone Number:
___________________________________________
Date of Hire:
___________________ Hours per week: __________
Career ambitions
Would you consider working for a South Carolina car Dealership upon Graduation? __________
If yes, do you have a Dealership in mind? _____________________________________________
What position will you be seeking upon graduation? _____________________________________
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Recommendation Form
Applicant’s Name: _______________________________
The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) and its Board of Directors are pleased to award scholarships to deserving
students pursuing an education and career in automotive technology. Recipients enrolling in degree programs at community colleges,
technical colleges or four year colleges and universities will be eligible to receive awards of up to $5,000.
Please complete this recommendation form for the above named student and return to the student for their submission packet. Use
the space provided to address each of the points below using very specific examples to describe the applicants achievements. Please
comment on the applicant’s 1.) Academic and community success, 2.) Defining qualities and personal character, and 3.) State why you
believe this award should be of significant value to the student.
1. Academic and community success: ____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
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2. Defining qualities and personal character: ________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
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3. Why would this award be of significant value to the applicant: _________________________________
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Your Printed Name
Signature
Relationship to the applicant
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Material Submission
The following materials must be submitted with the application
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1. Page 1 and 2 of the Student Background sheet
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2. One recommendation form completed by a non-related instructor, mentor or manager
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3. Official high school transcripts
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4. Completed Material Submission form
Applicant Signature
I certify that all information on this application is true to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that all decisions made are final and not subject to review or appeal. I further understand that any
information provided in this application will be shared with the SCADA Scholarship Review Members and staff. I acknowledge that my contact information will be shared with South Carolina franchised, new car Dealers in order to aid in future job placement.
______________________________ ______________________________ _________________
Print Name
Signature
Date
Submission
Please mail complete application materials in one 9 x 12” envelope to:
SCADA
c/o Kristen Christie
526 Hampton Street | Columbia, SC 29201
DEADLINE: Postmarked no later than April 30, 2015
An email confirmation will be sent to you once your application is received.
An incomplete application or an application received after the deadline will not be accepted.
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